Zhao Xintong opens up 7-1 lead over Mark Williams in World Championship final

Xintong was in complete control as the three-time champion was unable to find the form that saw him upset Judd Trump on Saturday.

Zhao Xintong dominated the opening session (Mike Egerton/PA)

Crucible qualifier Zhao Xintong dominated Mark Williams in the opening session of the World Snooker Championship final, running up a 7-1 lead.

The Chinese, who thrashed Ronnie O’Sullivan in the semi-final, was in complete control as the three-time champion was unable to find the form that saw him upset Judd Trump on Saturday.